It works with existing AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 too. I have some some quick tests with Spanish language videos and it seemed to work pretty well. I was impressed. Answer from ccooffee on reddit.com
Apple
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Use Live Translation with your AirPods - Apple Support (CA)
1 month ago - Live Translation with AirPods works on AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation and AirPods Pro 2 and later with the latest firmware when paired with an Apple Intelligence–enabled iPhone running iOS 26 and later. Some features may not be available in all regions or languages.
Lifehacker
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I Tested Google’s New Live Translation With AirPods, and It Actually Works Well | Lifehacker
1 day ago - Set up wasn't the simplest: First, it took forever for the Pixel to recognize my AirPods, despite the headphones being in pairing mode for some time, but that's beside the point. The key issue was getting Google Translate to present the new beta for live translation.
Anyone been hands on with live translation outside of an Apple event?
It works with existing AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 too. I have some some quick tests with Spanish language videos and it seemed to work pretty well. I was impressed. More on reddit.com
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September 19, 2025Apple announces AirPods Pro 3 with ‘world’s best ANC’ and live translation
I think this is a perfect upgrade. Longer battery life, better ANC, better fit, same price. Nothing really more to ask for, the HR stuff is just a bonus. More on reddit.com
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September 9, 2025How to use the live translate feature with Air Pod Pro 2's
But does it work? I hold both earbuds, it makes the noise and then says 'To use Live Translations you'll need to download languages to this iPhone' and takes me to the language download page, where English, French and Portuguese are indeed already downloaded. it doesn't want to see them, or accept they're downloaded. More on reddit.com
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September 16, 2025How do I fix 'Live Translation' not working on my AirPods 4?
Live translation requires an iPhone 15 Pro or newer. It would be helpful if you provide more detail such as ... Sep 16, 2025 5:16 PM in response to Carol B. i have the iphone 15 pro max , i spoke with apple support and they explained what it does ! its only translation for text message, video chats and phone calls which if u have the ios 26 ur phone does it regardless of airpods ... More on discussions.apple.com
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T3
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AirPods Live Translation makes travelling anywhere so much simpler | T3
6 hours ago - You can start the live translation on your AirPods through voice, by saying “Hey Siri, start live translation,” or by clicking on both AirPods at once. “If you have an Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone, you can follow along with a spoken ...
9to5Mac
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The new AirPods Live Translation feature also works with AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 - 9to5Mac
October 1, 2025 - Live Translation is also available through a software update for AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation.
CNET
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My In-Laws Helped Me Put Apple's Live Translation to the Ultimate Test - CNET
September 26, 2025 - Live language translation, in which Siri feeds a delayed translation of what's being said into your earbuds, works on the new AirPods Pro 3 along with last year's AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4.
Engadget
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Apple's AirPods 4 with ANC and AirPods Pro 2 will also support Live Translation
September 9, 2025 - Apple just confirmed that older earbuds will be able to use the just-announced Live Translation feature. This includes the AirPods 4 with ANC and AirPods Pro 2.
Apple
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Translate in-person conversations with AirPods - Apple Support (IN)
Wear your AirPods, and make sure they’re connected to your device. Turn on Apple Intelligence, if it’s not already on. Go to the Translate app on your iPhone. Tap Live at the bottom of the screen, then choose your languages:
Reddit
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r/apple on Reddit: Anyone been hands on with live translation outside of an Apple event?
September 19, 2025 -
Live translation is the biggest draw for me. Wondering if anyone has received their AirPods and has used live translation?
Does it work as advertised? Does it work better than Google Translate? Are there any languages not supported?
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There are just a few languages that are supported. I have tried Spanish. My wife is American, she speaks Spanish pretty well. I am Russian - I know a little bit of Spanish. But obviously the easiest one for us Russian-English are not supported. So we just tried Spanish-English and I was impressed.
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It works with existing AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 too. I have some some quick tests with Spanish language videos and it seemed to work pretty well. I was impressed.
Apple
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Introducing AirPods Pro 3, the ultimate audio experience - Apple
2 weeks ago - Live Translation with AirPods works on AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation and AirPods Pro 2 and later with the latest firmware when paired with an Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone running iOS 26 and later.
Reddit
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r/apple on Reddit: Apple announces AirPods Pro 3 with ‘world’s best ANC’ and live translation
September 9, 2025 - “Live Translation with AirPods works on AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation and AirPods Pro 2 and later with the latest firmware when paired with an Apple Intelligence–enabled iPhone running iOS 26 and later.
PCMAG
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Live Translation Is Not Limited to AirPods Pro 3, But ...
September 17, 2025 - "Live Translation with AirPods works on AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation and AirPods Pro 2 and later with the latest firmware when paired with an Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone running iOS 26 and later," Apple says.
TechRadar
techradar.com › audio › headphones › earbuds & airpods
Apple's Live Translation is coming as a free upgrade for some older AirPods owners – it's not exclusive to AirPods Pro 3
September 9, 2025 - Apple says "Live Translation with AirPods works on AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation and AirPods Pro 2 and later with the latest firmware when paired with an Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone running iOS 26 and later."
MacRumors
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New Live Translation Feature Coming to AirPods 4, AirPods Pro 2 - MacRumors
September 9, 2025 - Apple's Live Translation feature, ... Live Translation functionality requires AirPods updated with the latest firmware to pair with an Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone running iOS 26 or later, so iPhone 15 Pro and newer models ...
AppleInsider
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Live Translation will also work with AirPods 4 and AirPods Pro 2
September 9, 2025 - Some of Apple's latest features ... the H2 chip and Apple Intelligence on an iPhone. AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 will both gain Live Translation thanks to their H2 processor....
Reddit
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r/ios on Reddit: How to use the live translate feature with Air Pod Pro 2's
September 16, 2025 -
I have the iphone 16 pro max, and the air pod pro 2's. I have updated everything to ios26, and verified that my airpods have the latest firmware version. However, I have ben unable to figure out how to use this new live translate function with the air pods. Has anyone been able to get it to work, and willing to share? TIA
Edit - SOLVED! The issue was with my Air Pod Pro 2's. I had to reset them tin order for them to update to the newest firmware properly. Once they did, the Live Translation setup popped up immediately and I was able to start downloading the translation languages.
edit 2 - Yes, you do need Apple Intelligence enabled. If your phone does not support Apple Intelligence, this feature wont be present or functional at all. Another thing we have found is that you must have the Apple Translate app downloaded, and then download the individual languages to your phone in order for the Live Translate to work.
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But does it work? I hold both earbuds, it makes the noise and then says 'To use Live Translations you'll need to download languages to this iPhone' and takes me to the language download page, where English, French and Portuguese are indeed already downloaded. it doesn't want to see them, or accept they're downloaded.
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Does your phone have Apple Intelligence? That's required, as per the small print.
Engadget
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How to use Live Translation with AirPods
September 24, 2025 - Live Translation on AirPods only works on models with the H2 chip. This includes the · AirPods 4 with ANC, AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods Pro 3. You’ll also need an iPhone that can run Apple Intelligence, which is the iPhone 15 Pro, Pro Max or ...
Apple Community
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How do I fix 'Live Translation' not working on my AirPods 4?
Live translation requires an iPhone 15 Pro or newer. It would be helpful if you provide more detail such as ... Sep 16, 2025 5:16 PM in response to Carol B. i have the iphone 15 pro max , i spoke with apple support and they explained what it does ! its only translation for text message, video chats and phone calls which if u have the ios 26 ur phone does it regardless of airpods or not
MacRumors
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iOS 26: Use Live Translation With AirPods - MacRumors
September 22, 2025 - AirPods 4 (ANC), AirPods Pro 2, or AirPods Pro 3. ... The Translate app downloaded. The latest AirPods firmware version. Live Translation supports real-time translation between English (UK and U.S.), French, German, Portuguese (Brazil), and Spanish.